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ergonomics Last modified: Tuesday, November 25, 1997
The science concerned with designing safe and comfortable machines for humans. For example, one branch of ergonomics deals with designing furniture that avoids causing backaches and muscle cramps. In the computer field, ergonomics plays an important role in the design of monitors and keyboards. Another term for ergonomics is human engineering. Sponsored listings Ergonomics & Fall Protection - Workplace safety is important. Airgas sells ergonomic equipment, anti-fatigue flooring, and fall protection equipment including harnesses and ropes.
Human-computer interaction resources page  This page compiles a list of resources available on the internet pertaining to human-computer interaction. Resources divided into categories for easier navigation. Ergonomics at work Contains a collection of articles relating to ergonomics and information on ergonomically-designed workstations and accessories from Allscan Distributors. University of California's Ergonomics Program Provides information on current research, publications and conferences, tips, and publications. Yahoo!'s ergonomics acessories page Yahoo!'s directory of links to companies offering ergonomically-designed computer accessories. Yahoo!'s ergonomics companies page Yahoo!'s directory of companies that provide ergonomically-designed products. Yahoo!'s ergonomics page Yahoo!'s directory of links relating to ergonomics. Carnegie-Mellon's human computer interaction institute Home page of the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. The site includes technical reports, videos, software, and other information about their institute.	Related Categories Computer Science User Interfaces Related Terms carpal tunnel syndrome HCI Shopping ergonomics Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Furniture 13932 Store Offers Health Aids 1281 Store Offers Office Supplies 298 Store Offers Tools and Accessories 2649 Store Offers Sport and Outdoor 11279 Store Offers